Hiking in Bavaria

Get away from the rat race, take in the healthy mountain air and enjoy breathtaking views – the Bavarian mountains attract hiking experts and casual mountaineers alike. There's nowhere better for relaxing than on the peak.

Paar beim Wandern mit Blick auf Berge und das Tal

Get away from the rat race, take in the healthy mountain air and enjoy breathtaking views – the Bavarian mountains attract hiking experts and casual mountaineers alike. There's nowhere better for relaxing than on the peak.

The perfect mountain for beginners. You don’t need to be a seasoned mountaineer on a trip to the...

Hiking in Bavaria with the whole family? Osterfeldkopf is the best place for you. Wide paths, spellbinding nature and a hearty snack on the mountain pasture – there's plenty to attract visitors big and small to the peak near Garmisch.

The Karwendelbahn cable car in Mittenwald takes guests from 933 to 2,244 metres above sea level in...

Climbing on the peak, a tour on the panoramic trail overlooking the sparkling lakes and the Isartal valley – or perhaps a visit to Germany's highest nature information centre and a coffee on the summer terrace? You're spoilt for choice when hiking in the Karwendel mountain range.

Endless experiences. Whether mountain hiking, hang-gliding, paragliding or skiing: Everything is...

A visit to the old haunts of Bavarian kings – the Ammergau Alps are an absolute must when hiking in Bavaria. You can walk in the footsteps of the Bavarian ruler by hiking the favourite paths of Max II, or pay a visit to Neuschwanstein, the fairy-tale castle of Ludwig II.

Simply magnificent! The Franconian Mountain Path, with a total length of almost 430 km, stretches...

Rugged rocks, fairy-tale castles, incredible views – hiking on the Fränkischer Gebirgsweg (Franconian mountain path) in the very north of Bavaria feels like stepping into one of the Grimms' fairytales. By the way, the region isn't only known for endless hiking paths – but also for its beer and local snack specialities.

This challenging hike takes you through dense forests, past moss-covered rocks and two castle... This cycle tour takes you from Nuremberg through forests, gorges and past historic industrial... Pure relaxation in Bavaria's warmest thermal brine! The Obermain Therme Bad Staffelstein offers 25... Explore the Kesseltal valley, the Nördlinger Ries and historic pilgrimage sites by e-bike.... Fancy a relaxing hike through rolling hills and small villages? Discover museums, historic churches... Experience unspoilt nature, gentle hills and fantastic views on this circular hike. The Pfalzbach... Cycle from Nuremberg via Fürth to Erlangen - always along the water! On this relaxed tour through... On this cycle tour around Bad Staffelstein, you will discover baroque architecture in Banz Abbey,... This extensive cycle tour offers views and insights, which requires a bit of fitness, but also... Fairytale hike with a view of the castle! Explore the forest gnome trail, treat yourself to...